Francisco Pérez-Rojas; Alejandra Ramírez Rojas; Daniel Casanova Martínez; Marcos Pérez Riffo; Juan Morales-Verdugo & Juan José Cabezas

This study focuses on the review and proposal for anatomical terminology associated with the anatomical concept of Hyrtl ́s porus crotaphitico-buccinatorius (PCBH), which is a passage area for the lateral divisions of the mandibular nerve in the infratemporal fossa. The objective of this research is to determine the most appropriate anatomical term from the perspective of international anatomical terminology to descri- be the structure known as PCBH. Furthermore, it seeks to provide solid proof, based on scientific and historical evidence that supports the correct choice of the term for international anatomical terminology in order to further precise and uniform communication in anatomy and medical science. The detailed analysis of the existing structure highlights the lack of descriptive information and the presence of eponyms. The proposed "Infratemporal Pterygoalar Foramen" is presented as a more precise alternative, supported by historical and etymological definitions. Each component of this new term is carefully selected, more accurately reflecting the location, components, shape and anatomical characteristics of the structure. This research contributes to the standardization and continuous improvement of international anatomical terminology, facilitating more effective communication in the scientific and medical field.

KEY WORDS: Foramen; Infratemporal; Anatomical Terminology.

PÉREZ-ROJAS, F.; RAMÍREZ-ROJAS, A.; CASANOVA-MARTÍNEZ, D.; PÉREZ-RIFFO, M.; MORALES-VERDUGO, J. & CABEZAS, J. J. Foramen infratemporal pterigoalar propuesta terminológica para el poro crotafítico buccinatorio de Hyrtl. Int. J. Morphol., 42(5):1254-1261, 2024.